Growing Kilkenny school unveils plans for large new extension

A county Kilkenny primary school is looking to build an extension to create extra space for its students and for special learning.

The Board of Management of St Patricks National School, Strangsmills, Kilmacow has sought permission from the local authority to build a large extension onto the existing school building.

The proposed extension comprises a new classroom, two special education training rooms, a user assisted toilet and a new link corridor to the existing building.

The mixed-gender school currently caters for around 200 students.

A decision on the application is expected by September 17.